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How to Blow a Snot Rocket

Practice good pack-riding etiquette next time you have to clear your sinuses on a group ride.

When spraying sputum, blow down, not out.
(Illustration by Ryan Quickfall)

Choose a Side
Avoid spraying the pack: Blow to the side facing away from other riders.

Aim to Please
Blow down, not out. For an inside nostril, point your chin toward your outside arm; outside nostril, point your chin toward your thigh.

Consider Alternatives
In a big group or a fast pack, sometimes it’s better to blow into your hand and wipe on your shorts. (We won’t judge.)

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